We spent last week in New York, holed up in Times Square as Nicole was summoned on a business trip. As she worked, I spent my days walking the city, and I found myself enjoying some great ethnic food and beer in Hell’s Kitchen (German), the East Village (Middle Eastern), the West Village (Ukrainian & Bengali), and Soho (Belgian), among others. We also swanked it up at Koi (Japanese) off Bryant Park. I probably did things other than eat over the five days we were in the city–but, frankly, I’m drawing a blank about what that might be. Maybe these photos will help…
Castle Clinton, down in the Battery, formerly known as Castle Garden Immigration Center, where I believe my great-great-great grandfather, Jacob Blankenfeld, first arrived in America, in the mid-1800s.
Nicole accidentally punched herself in the face, thrown off by the close quarters and bright lights of Panna II, while at a preemptive birthday celebration for our good friend Kim.
Nicole must not be disturbed while contemplating ancient art at the Met.
A refreshing Bitburger pilsener at Hallo Berlin while waiting for meine bratwurst mit sauerkraut und apfelstrudel. Muy excellente!